Today Sekuru shared with us his secrets on how to securely attach the bar to the soundboard, using bicycle spokes. In the morning he went to a local market to look for them.
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With the bar securely in place, Chawasarira explained the details of key forging.
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After finishing the first key, it was Samora’s and Stefan’s turn. We wanted our videos not only to show his long-perfected technique, but also his advice on common challenges prospective mbira makers might face.
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